CompTIA Linux+ (XK0-004) — Question 242

Which of the following is used on the client to boot a Linux system from a TFTP server?

Answer options

• A. HTTP
• B. GRUB
• C. EFI
• D. PXE

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D, PXE, which stands for Preboot Execution Environment, allowing a client to boot from a network server. HTTP, GRUB, and EFI serve different purposes: HTTP is a protocol for web content, GRUB is a bootloader used after the initial network boot, and EFI is a firmware interface for booting operating systems.